Manawatu Western Riding Club Inc.
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Hi, We are an active family friendly club that cater to all levels of riders. It is up to the handler to show the horse to accentuate its best futures.
We are passionate about our equine sport and love to share our experience with others. We run shows and clinics, hold monthly club days, and promote the sport of Western Riding The club is family orientated and offer a family concession membership fee $60 per year for a family or $35 for a single. Shows have classes with the following events:
Halter
- A Halter Class is defined as a class where the horse is judged upon its conformation. The judge is looking for different characteristics when looking at each breed of horse. The handler has to walk and jog the horse to and past the judge so the judge can look at the horses legs and movement. The handler is then expected to stand the horse square so it is balanced on all fours so the judge can look at the horses topline and stance. Showmanship
- An individual event that is judged on the competitor exhibiting the best ability to show a horse in a halter with precision and safety (without touching it). Performing a set pattern including walk, jog, halt/set up for inspection, pivots and back up. Western Pleasure
- Competitors show on the rail together. Horses are shown at the walk, jog, lope and are required to rein back. The horse is judged on performance, conformation, quality and substance.. The announcer will let competitors know what gait to show at. The winning western pleasure horse is a pleasure to ride, perform with smooth transitions without visible commands on a reasonably loose rein. Trail
- An individual event the horse is shown over a series of obstacles mimicking those commonly encountered on the trail which test the horse's ability to safely, calmly and willingly negotiate these obstacles. Obstacles may include opening and closing a gate, walking over a bridge, loping/jogging/walking or side passing over poles, backing though poles or weaving cones. Horsemanship
Reining
- An individual event performed using one of the 14 patterns and consists of mostly, loping with controlled speed demonstrating circles, variation in speed, flying lead changes, roll backs and spins. Western Riding
- An individual riding event using a set pattern at specified gaits. Horses are judged on the qualities of each gait, flying changes of lead, response to the rider, manners, disposition and intelligence. This event requires a high degree of training for the horse. It involves a number of flying changes of lead at a controlled pace. This event is one of the most challenging of the western events. Working Cowhorse
- Working cow horse classes test the horse's ability to work and control cattle and its maneuverability and control by the rider. The competition consists of two parts: prescribed reined work and actual cow work. Judging is based on good manners, smoothness, cow sense and ease of reining. During the cow working part, one cow is turned into the arena. The horse is required to hold the cow on the end of the arena, make at least one turn each direction along the fence, and circle the cow both directions. Ranch Riding
Hunter Under Saddle
English Equitation
Throughout the 'off' season (winter May - October ) Club Days are held once per month. The emphasis during these months is on training our horses for the forthcoming season, although many will have been turned out for a spell after completing a hectic show season. The 'off' season provides time to bring out young or up coming horses, and to continue training for more seasoned horses. We have also been continuing our club days throughout the summer months as well. The club holds a monthly meeting in Feilding and we welcome interested riders and NON riders to these meetings, and club days & events.
26/09/2026
🤠 MWRC BACK-TO-BACK RIBBONS DAY SHOW 🤠
📅 Saturday 31 October & Sunday 1 November
📍 Johnson Park, Feilding
⭐ Judge: Fiona Mapp
The programme is out and entries are OPEN! 🙌🐴
We’d love to see a great turnout for two days of fun, friendly Western showing — and there really is something for everyone.
Whether you’re a regular competitor, bringing out a young or green horse, getting yourself back into the show ring, or you’ve been thinking about giving Western showing a go, Ribbons Day is a great place to start!
We’ve also included In-Hand Trail, so you don’t even need to be riding to get involved. It’s a great opportunity for young horses, new combinations or anyone wanting to build confidence and experience.
📌 ENTRIES CLOSE FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER
The programme has been emailed out, but if you haven’t received a copy and would like one, comment below or email us at [email protected] and we’ll send one through.
And please SHARE, SHARE, SHARE! ❤️
Tag your horsey mates, spread the word and help us get a great turnout. We’d love to see plenty of horses and riders at Johnson Park for two fantastic days of showing.
Let’s get behind it and make it a great weekend! 🤠🐴
Manawatu Western Riding Club
🐴 NEXT MWRC CLUB DAY – SUNDAY 18TH OCTOBER 🤠
Our next Club Day is coming up and this month Kylie will be taking the reins!
📅 Sunday 18th October
📍 Johnson Park, Feilding
⏰ Gates open 9am | 9.30–11.30am
Club Days are all about getting out there, having a go and enjoying your horse in a relaxed, friendly environment. All levels are welcome, and they’re a great opportunity to bring along a young or inexperienced horse too.
💥 FREE for MWRC members
💥 $10 for non-members
And as always — no horse, no problem! Come along for a look, meet some of the crew and see what Western Riding is all about. Spectators are very welcome.
With the weather warming up and show season getting underway, it’s a great time to dust off the boots and get back out there. ☀️🐴
See you Sunday 18th October!
20/09/2026
🐴 What a great Club Day!
A huge thank you to Jo Wakeling for coming along and running such an awesome session for us.
We had a fantastic turnout, with plenty of riders, spectators and new faces coming along to watch, learn and get involved. Jo had a variety of exercises set up and worked her way around everyone, coaching riders through them and offering plenty of helpful tips along the way.
One of the highlights was seeing one of our new member’s get the chance to have a go, thanks to Kylie generously loaning him one of her horses, judging by the huge grin on his face, I think he is definitely hooked! 😁🐴
That’s exactly what we love about these days, they’re relaxed, welcoming and a chance for people to learn, meet others and experience Western riding, whether you’re already riding or simply interested in finding out more.
We were also lucky to have plenty of photos taken throughout the day, so a big thank you for capturing so many great moments. 📸
Thanks again Jo for sharing your time and knowledge with us, Kylie for sharing your horse, and everyone who came along and made it such a well supported day.
Great horses, great people and plenty of smiles,
a pretty good way to spend a Sunday! 🤠
🐴 CLUB DAY TOMORROW! 🐴
Just a reminder that our MWRC Club Day is on tomorrow, Sunday 13th September, at Johnson Park, Feilding.
We’re lucky to have Jo Wakeling joining us as our guest for the morning, so come along, bring your horse and enjoy a relaxed morning of learning, riding and catching up. 🤠
⏰ Gates open: 9.00am
🐎 Club Day: 9.30am – 11.30am
💰 FREE for MWRC members
💰 $10 for non-members
All levels are welcome, and you definitely don’t need to be showing or competing — Club Days are all about having a go, learning something new and enjoying your horse.
No horse? No problem! Come along, watch and have a chat. We love seeing new faces.
See you tomorrow! 🐴🤠
🐴 TWO RIDING SPOTS NOW AVAILABLE! 🐴
We’ve had two spots become available for our upcoming Catherine Ladd Clinic, so if you’ve been thinking about coming along — now’s your chance!
📅 10th & 11th October 2026
📍 Hawera Indoor Arena
Come along for two full days of training with Catherine, working with you and your horse at your level. Whether you’re wanting to sharpen up for the show season, work through a few problem areas, or simply improve your riding and get more from your horse, this is a great opportunity.
You don’t need to be out showing to benefit — riders of different levels are very welcome. 🤠
MWRC Members – $300
Non-members – $360
Covered yards available – $15/night
Camping – $12/night
🔥 Only TWO riding spots available and we’d love to see them filled!
Message the Manawatu Western Riding Club page or email [email protected] to secure your spot or for more information.
Feel free to tag someone who might be keen or share this around! 🐴
🌸 SPRING IS HERE… AND SHOW SEASON IS COMING! 🌸
Winter is finally on its way out, the days are getting longer and it’s time to start thinking about getting back in the saddle!
We know it can be pretty hard to find that riding mojo after months of cold, mud and hairy horses 😂 but once you get going, you’ll be glad you did!
And there’s plenty coming up at MWRC to give you something to aim for…
🐴 Club Day – Sunday 13th September with Jo Wakeling
🐴 Catherine Ladd Clinic – 10th & 11th October
🏆 BACK-TO-BACK RIBBONS DAY SHOW – 31st October & 1st November
⭐ Judge: Fiona Mapp
Our September Club Day is the perfect excuse to get the horse out, blow away the winter cobwebs and start getting back into it. Then we’ve got the Catherine Ladd clinic, followed not long after by our first show of the season!
So dust off the saddle, find that missing motivation and get those horses moving again. 🤠
Pop the dates in your calendar — more details and the Ribbons Day programme coming soon!
Bring on spring and show season! 🐴🌸
💫ONE SPOT HAS BECOME AVAILABLE!
A spot has unexpectedly become available for our Catherine Ladd Clinic – 10th & 11th October at Hawera Indoor Arena.
If you missed out the first time, or have been kicking yourself for not booking, here’s your chance!
Catherine is a hugely experienced trainer, breeder and competitor across a range of Western disciplines, and this is a great opportunity for two full days of learning with her and not one to miss!
• MWRC Members $300
• Non-members
$360
• Covered yards $15/night
• Camping $12/night
And a shared dinner on the grounds in the Rda room Saturday night! 🤠
There’s only ONE riding spot available, so get in touch if you’d like to grab it! 🤠
Message the fb page or contact Rachel.
19/08/2026
GCWRC are holding club days! Come join GCWRC at the Massey Equestrian Centre 10am-2pm, Sunday August 30th.
Dan Carlisle will be running the club day, plus the club will be holding a fundraiser bbq lunch!
To RSVP (including gate code and parking instructions), message Dan Carlisle on facebook or email: [email protected]
10/08/2026
Another Club Day done and dusted!
A smaller group of riders, but still a really good morning at Johnson Park. We had four riders out enjoying the trail gear and plenty of spectators coming along for a look and a chat. It was especially great to meet some new faces interested in joining the club! 😊
A big thank you to our committee who came along and pitched in with setting up, helping throughout the morning.
Thanks to everyone who helped pack everything away. Having those extra helping hands makes such a difference and is really appreciated. ❤️
I didn’t manage to get many photos, but here are a few from the morning.
📅 Our next Club Day will be Sunday 13th September, and we’re hoping to have Jo Wakeling along to run the morning and share some of her knowledge. Jo has been involved in Western riding and our club for many years. While she no longer rides herself, she’s still very involved as a ring steward and is currently working towards her judge’s ticket.
It’ll be a great opportunity, particularly for anyone newer to Western, to learn some of the basics, get some guidance and also gain a bit of an insight into what a judge is looking for. 🤠
Thanks to everyone who came along, we’ll see you next month!
08/08/2026
Club Day is ON! 🤠🐴
What a beautiful morning for it! ☀️👌
The trail gear is out and ready to go, so come on down for a relaxed morning with your horse, have a play over the obstacles, practise a few things and enjoy a catch-up.
📍 Johnson Park, Feilding
🕤 9.30am – 11.30am
💰 Members FREE | Non-members $10
Come on down — everyone’s welcome! 🤠🐴
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